The Time Stalk: American Glamour -- Badgley Mischka

2010 collection
BA-1017BNIV
Sale price: $239.00
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Okay! So I've confessed how much of a watch fiend I am...not without reason. I guess it comes from the importance of time in my life. Everything revolves around it! And once it's lost...that's it! No reclaiming or rearranging! Time is not only of the essence, it is of the essential.

2010 collection
Style: 1023SVBK
Sale Price: $339.00
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I have tremendous respect for time! I believe, if more people were more conscientious of the concept of time the world would be a more worthwhile place. What needs to be considered is not just the here and now, but the future.

2010 collection
Style: BA-1003BKOR
Sale price: $239.00
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Past time is equally important! It should never be taken for granted...it aids in determining direction, alleviates pain, and with contemplation - illicits corrective measures. But I digress! My personal philosophy is we all require time, at least in the timepiece form. What's the most common form of jewelry worn by man, woman and child? A watch!What parent tells their child(ren), Sorry, you're too young for a watch!

2011 collection
Style: BA-1180
Color: Black/Mother-of-Pearl
Price: $250.00
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We learn early on (in pre-school, nonetheless) how to tell time and understand the significance of how to arrange our daily activities around it. Without time, we'd be lost. What would we occupy our time with, if it were not for time? How would we decide the appropriateness of what to wear, eat, or even think if it were not for the time of day? Sure, way back when a sundial was enough! Even the stars and planetary alignments assisted us in getting through the day; but that was way before the Industrial Revolution. I'm sure the indigenous peoples of the world greet watches and anyone associated with them in utter horror. As if these non-inhabitants were from a time lost, not a future present.
A dark, dank, dreaded place to avoid at all cost. Purgatory!

2010 collection
Style: BA-1140
Price: $195.00
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I kind of share that sentiment, because that's exactly how I feel when not wearing a watch. LOST!!! And the reflex to constantly look down at my wrist for location of time is an exercise in futility. I just can't help myself! I'm sorry to say but a cell phone will never replace the necessity of a wristwatch. PERIOD!!!

A statement timepiece is the thing graduations, birthdays, and anniversaries are made of! They're smart, sexy, classy and classic. Think of what your watch signifies and tells the world about you!

2011 collection
Style: BA-1190
Color: Tortoise/Mother-of-Pearl
$250.00
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2011 collection
Style: BA-1152/3
Color: Gold/Mother-of-Pearl
$150.00
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2011 Collection
Style: BA-1174
Color: Cream/White
$150.00
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But what particularly fascinates me about time is the brilliance and variety of it. Watches have become a multi-million dollar franchise all on their own with many high-end luxury designers opting to produce timeware that complements their ready-to-wear lines. Just take a gander at the exquisiteness of Badgley Mischka watches, for instance. A lot has gone into the detail and craftsmanship of these timepieces. Breathtaking is the least one can say to describe their designs. These pieces stand alone...in lieu of a bracelet. And that's the point that I especially adore of Badgley Mischka watches.

2011 collection
Style: BA-1133BKBK
$195.00
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2011 collection
Style: BA-1162MTGB
$295.00
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2011 collection
Style: BA-1174
Color: Rose
$150.00
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Specializing in Old Hollywood-style, Badgley Mischka is the true definition of American glamour. Established in 2008, their watch collection showcases some of the most awe-inspiring timepieces in the marketplace today. Considering the extravagance of ornamentation & artistry, the price point is fairly reasonable to high ranging from $150.00 - $495.00.

Additionally, in collaboration with HSN, Badgley Mischka debuted a boutique line called American Glamour which is no less elegant despite leaning toward the more economical with pricing from $89.00 - $189.00. Indulge your fix exclusively @ HSN .